Symptoms of Toothache Caused by Excess Internal Heat (Shanghuo)
Disease description:
I've had a sore throat these two days, and have been experiencing toothache constantly, to the point of not being able to eat properly. I don't have time to go to the hospital. May I ask what are the symptoms of toothache caused by excessive internal heat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
The symptoms of toothache caused by excessive internal heat typically include redness and swelling of the gums, distending pain, soreness, numbness, and even gum bleeding. These symptoms may vary depending on the type of excessive heat; for example, deficiency fire may cause gum pain, soreness, numbness, and loose teeth, while excess fire may lead to red and swollen gums, bleeding, pain upon biting, dry mouth, and body heat. In addition, toothaches caused by excessive heat may worsen at night and be sensitive to temperature changes, with pain often difficult to localize. These symptoms may indicate that the dental pulp nerves have been irritated, leading to pulpitis. Therefore, when these symptoms occur, timely medical attention is recommended for professional diagnosis and treatment.
